Donzi sweet 16 history book

Optional equipment prices and values for the 1993 tracker marine sweet 16 pro from nadaguides. Originally conceived by offshore racing legends don aronow, walt walter and jim wynne, the skisporter presented a bold, new look and sleek styling derived from the offshore race boats that the team used to set numerous world records. Measurement a is from the bow to the center of your front tower leg. Four winns has always been a your fathers oldsmobile sort of. Today, with models ranging from 16 to 43, donzi produces a more diverse range of boats than at any prior point in its history. Delve into donzi yachts history and you will find a tale of exceptionally fast vessels set against a backdrop of speedboat racers, drug smugglers, and presidents, powered by engineering geniuses with an enduring love of fast, powerful boats. If youre using the 3rd diagram, please note the following. Jan 26, 2014 last gasp for a classic donzi part 2 story by sean conroy. It is kept indoors year round and is currently only used forspecial outings withmy wife and for me to occasionaly cruise the water to unwind. Miller decided to take a look and found the boat under wraps in a yard. Last gasp for a classic donzi part 2 classic boats woody boater.

Emmy laybourne, author of the monument 14 trilogy, takes readers on a dream vacation in sweet that goes first comically, then tragically, then horrifyingly, wrong. Sep 03, 2009 his veins run cold when he realizes whos been haunting the homestead all along duration. The donzi ski sporter still looks good 50 years after her introduction. It started back in 1990 with an ad for a donzi in a local newspaper. Illustration by jim ewing sixteen feet of speed and sex appeal. Donald joel aronow march 3, 1927 february 3, 1987 was an american designer, builder and racer of the famous magnum marine, cary, cigarette, donzi, and. Donzi marine rub rails get a brand new, great looking rub rail for your donzi marine life vests life vests are important for boating safety.

Restored 1969 16 donzi with an original holman moody engine. Designed by walt walters and jim wynn, it was the masterpiece of don aronow and the first boat offered by his company, donzi marine. The newest edition in the donzi high performance lineup is a revival of the iconic 38 zrc, back by popular demand. You will not find another one of these boats that is in the same condition as almost.

Donzi went on to several other owners, including the chisholm brothers, who developed 18 and 22 foot versions of the 16footer. White rolled and pleated upholstery with red welting is in very nice condition. Donald joel aronow march 3, 1927 february 3, 1987 was an american designer, builder and racer of the famous magnum marine, cary, cigarette, donzi, and formula speedboats. Donzi went on to several other owners, including the chisholm brothers, who developed 18 and 22 foot versions of the 16 footer. Laure is an 18 version of the donzi sweet 16 inspired deep v 16 inboard. The classic donzi registry is a collective of information about the models of a boat called donzi. The smallest boat donzi ever built might also be its most famous.

Optional equipment prices and values for the 1990 donzi marine inc sweet 16 from nadaguides. Find donzi sweet 16 boats for sale near you, including boat prices, photos, and more. I documented for woody boater in part 1, my journey to pick up a 1965 donzi 16. Check out our listings to see what is available now. But donzi and the 16, 18 and 22 foot a classicsa as they had come to be called were overshadowed by omcs other projects. Donzi boats for sale in dana point, ca by dick simon yachts. The great speed of cigarette boats also made them a popular choice among.

New batterie, new interior, new gel coat color correct paint scheme. They were cool, accessible boats that could handle rough water and had good build quality. While making plans for the impending ski sporter refit, i was digging further into the history of jim. This vessel has always been lovingly cared for and maintained. Out of production since the 1990s, this historic model makes a return to the donzi lineup. The 16 had the lounge seating and most other boats at the time had either benchseats or the flip down back to back seats. Donzi zx daytona series donzi powerboats for sale by owner. The mold was sold with the formula deal as a formula junior around 1964, but they reportedly had time to build very few if any of them.

Visualize prices for donzi sweet 16 in usa on a graph. In mike aronows book he speaks of a 17 prototype predecessor to the sweet 16, the first version was built by jim wynn and raced as the wynn mill, there is a picture and it is indeed a barrel back. Ski sporter project from long island, new york last november. Whats more, each of todays donzis has been designed and is built with the companys original mandate of outstanding performance, quality construction, and enduring style. Evening sunset cruise on my donzi classic sweet 16. With the volvo engine and out drive its top speed was in the 41 to 43 mph range. Mar, 2014 hagerty classic cars celebrates the 50th anniversary of the donzi marines iconic 16foot skisporter, known by most as the sweet 16. Aug 22, 2017 a donzi sweet 16 in the hands of a child would be like giving him an automatic rifle with unlimited ammo. This hard to find classic carries on the racing lineage of world famous offshore racing designer don arronow.

Marykate and ashley are having the time of their more. For sale is my 1966 donzi classic ski sporter 16 aka sweet 16. Donzi powerboats classic 22 for sale donzi 16 sweet sports boats donzi. Previous owner had engine rebuilt so didnt see the need. Donzi powerboats classic 18 for sale donzi 23 fishing boats donzi 16. Locate donzi boat dealers and find your boat at boat trader. We found this 1966 donzi 16 on ebay and it was in such bad shape no one made a bid on it.

Only thing that i have not spent much time on is engine compartment. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the menu link above. I really like donzi classics, there is no arguing about their place in boating history. This boat was originally called the ski sporter donzi and later the donzi sweet 16. Donzi so sexy whats a good 21 foot performance boat. This donzi will turn heads with its red stripe on white color scheme. Last gasp for a classic donzi part 2 classic boats. Boat has undergone a complete restoration of inside and out.

States championship while becoming only the 2nd american in history to win. The only oem parts website and online store for donzi boats. It is rumored that the 16 was don aronows favorite boat. Both jim and don were racers, however, and when volvo did not come up with their own small block v8, they got volvo and holman moody marine to match up one with their 16 boats. Sweet 16 boat cover donzi sweet 16 boat covers free shipping, and save 40% or more. Donzi classic will do about 70 on the nose with a and captains call exauhst. Never been kissed by emma harrison, wishes and dreams by catherine clark, six of crows by leigh bardugo, suddenly sisters by e. Hagerty classic cars celebrates the 50th anniversary of the donzi marines iconic 16 foot skisporter, known by most as the sweet 16. Revered as the sweet 16 this compact legend is exciting, easy to tow, requires minimal.

As you guys know my other classic boating interest besides all things greavette is classic donzis. Download owners manuals and other literature from donzi marine. If water, mildew, and the sun have taken their toll on your old life vests, it may be time to replace them. Put a novice in one and hell be disappointed when he moves up to something bigger. The monument 14 trilogy monument 14 book 1 monument 14. In fact, millers boat a 1967 donzi ski sporter, or sweet 16 has been turning heads on lake hopatcong, the passaic river and other. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. Fast, fun and fantastic donzi sweet 16 and donzi z33. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. If you ask a collector boat enthusiast about classic fiberglass boats, invariably one of the first names to arise is donzi marine and its iconic 16foot skispor. We hope to preserve this, deserved, special place in marine history by presenting information and documentation.

To donzi people, the boat was called the barrelback due to its unique arch at the deck transom line. In fact, millers boat a 1967 donzi ski sporter, or sweet 16 has been turning heads on lake hopatcong, the passaic river and other local waterways for almost 20 years. Vintage boats classic white nice history living room. For many years the company has been producing what they call the classic line in 16 foot, 18foot, and 22foot lengths, and the series fits right in with donzi s racy image. You are bidding on a classic 1972 donzi sweet 16, we are the second family to own since new. The only thing i know is that it is the same boat as the donzi sweet 16. This time though we thought we bit off a little more then we could chew with this. First off, before the donzi mafia comes to get me, let me be clear. If you ask a collector boat enthusiast about classic fiberglass boats, invariably one of the first names to arise is donzi marine and its iconic. Donzi marine sweet 16 donzi skisporter hagerty articles. A donzi sweet 16 in the hands of a child would be like giving him an automatic rifle with unlimited ammo. Have original books and paperwork from when boat was sold new in 1989.

With its sleek lines and nimble sportscar handling, this lowslung rocket became one of the most celebrated fiberglass boats of all time. Davison wrote about her experience in a 1956 book, my ship is so small. Has matching bravo 1 leg, gaffrig steering and gauges. Offering the best selection of donzi boats to choose from. Dec 19, 2008 donzi of course is the legendary florida brand that first marketed its sweet 16 speedboat in the sixties. Donzi sweet 16 boats this size are for kids, right. Find donzi boats for sale near you, including boat prices, photos, and more. Arguably the most recognizable sport boat ever created, donzi s sweet 16 classic boasts a pedigree like none other. Jun 22, 2009 licensed to youtube by merlin cnr entertainment on behalf of cnr music. We have a great selection of antique and classic boats from the 20s to the 60s of all makes and sizes. Find donzi boats for sale near you by owner, including boat prices, photos, and more. The plans are from classic wooden boat plans and were previously used by brian. Very good history and insight into the hub of offshore powerboatings roots. Laure an 18 version of the donzi deep v sweet 16 inboard.